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March 19, 2018

Have you noticed the Mini Gable Boxes in our Occasions Catalog? They make the perfect companion when you're looking for a quick and pretty packaging solution. Just add a strip of Designer Series Paper, a tag and ribbon...you're good to go!

Materials:

Mini Gable Box #145568

Naturally Eclectic Designer Series Paper - #144185

Hold On To Hope Stamp Set - #145780 clear, #145776 wood mount (bundles also available at 10% off)

Silver Foil Paper #132178

Smoky Slate, Pumpkin Pie, Old Olive and Soft Sky ink pads/markers

White Metallic Ribbon #144213

Stitched Shapes framelits #145372

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March 09, 2018

If you follow my blog, you may remember my recent blog post where I admitted that I am in love with creating samplers. (You can view my previous samplers HERE.) It's fun trying to mix and match stamp sets that will fit the theme that I want to create. In the sampler above, I used 3 stamp sets...three of them are retired and one is current (Country Livin' #141925)

The images are stamped in Black Memento ink and colored using Stampin' Blends. The colors I used are Light Old Olive, Light Night of Navy, Light Daffodil Delight, Ivory and Light Crumb Cake. I added highlights (jean pockets, truck door, etc.) using the Color Lifter marker.

I'm not sure what was happening with my camera when I took these photos but I could not get a very clear image. Please accept my apologies. I tried several times but they all appeared "washed out". The project is much more vivid in person.

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March 03, 2018

SAMPLERS! I am in love with samplers. My new addiction started when I created the one above that was inspired by a sampler by Connie Tumm. I offered this as a local class and thoroughly enjoyed everything about it. Designing it and finding all the stamps that would go together to create it was the biggest challenge but I like how it turned out. Many of the stamp sets are retired but I did not own enough current ones to make a similar sampler. I wanted this one to be a bit childlike as I wanted to give it to my 5 year old granddaughter.

The white squares each measure 2", the colored card stock measures 2 1/8" and the black squares measure 2 3/8". The images are stamped in Black Memento ink and colored using Stampin' Blends. Stampin' Blends are alcohol markers that make coloring a soothing experience. They just glide on the paper and create coloring that is smooth and without telltale lines. I used a few retired punches and a heart framelit from the Sweet and Sassy framelit set. The colors I used were Melon Mambo, Pear Pizzazz, Pool Party and Daffodil Delight.

So now I was off and running and wanted to do another one that wasn't so detailed...one that would be easy to duplicate. I have a 3 year old grandson that is absolutely crazy about dinosaurs. He can keep himself entertained for hours by playing "attack the dinosaur". So I made the next sampler for him.....

And the great thing about this sampler is that one of the stamp sets I used (No Bones About It - item #138756) is in the current catalog. It's hard to see in the photo but each dinosaur is covered with Crystal Effects. (If you don't have Crystal Effects in your crafting stash, you can substitute the glue in the Fine Point Glue pen. (If it leaves bubbles when you start to apply it, you may have to enlarge the nozzle.) You will need to let it dry for 24 hours before framing behind glass.

I used an 8" x 8" frame that I purchased at my local Walmart. The dinosaurs skeletons are stamped in Memento Black ink and then stamped using the full body stamp in Bermuda Bay (stamped off), Lemon-Lime Twist and Daffodil Delight. They are mounted on cardstock using the same colors and then each is mounted on black. Each element is then mounted to a piece of Thick Whisper White cardstock before being inserted in the frame.

After making a sampler for my grandchildren, I decided I needed one for my home too. So off to the drawing board again. Check back to see the next sampler that I'm making just for me!

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February 12, 2018

For my project today, I used the Heart Happiness stamp set (item #145769) and the Sweet & Sassy framelits (item #141707).

I love making "girly-girl" projects like this one. Using the Whisper White Narrow Note Cards (new size) from the Occasion Catalog, I created three cards and placed them with a little shred into a clear cello bag.

Starting with one of the pre-scored note card, I added a piece of Berry Burst cardstock measuring 2 1/2" x 2 1/2" and a piece of Painted With Love Designer Series Specialty Paper measuring 2 1/4" x 2 1/4". Using Berry Burst ink, I stamped the heart and used the Sweet & Sassy framelit set to cut out the heart. I added a small gold bow (item #132137) using a glue dot. I stamped the sentiment (from Jar of Love #141587), fussy cut it and popped it up using mini dimensionals.

I made a tiny tag using the Lovely Friends stamp set #143763) and the Tag Topper Scallop Punch (item #133324). I added some Berry Burst ribbon (item #144133) and a Berry Burst mini clip (#145563) to seal the bag. I taped a string of Gold Trim to the back of the tag.

I had so much fun making these little note cards that I decided to make a second set but package them in a box rather than a clear cello bag. The box was made using the Painted With Love Designer Series Specialty Paper (#145580) and the Lots to Love framelits (item #145653).

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January 31, 2018

Are you looking to create a quick and fun Valentine treat box? I think I may have just the project for you!

This mini treat box holds one Ghiradelli Chocolate square and is simple to duplicate.

You will need to cut one strip of Real Red cardstock that measures 7" x 3". With the short end of your cardstock at the top of your paper trimmer, score at 1/2" down each long side. With the long end of the cardstock at the top of your cutter, score at 2", 2 1/2", 4 1/2" and 5". Reinforce all score lines with a bone folder.

Cut on the score lines along each side to the first horizontal line. Then trim away one small tab and one large tab on each side as shown in the photo above.

Cut a piece of Designer Series Paper (preferably with a heart pattern) that measures 2" x 2".

Use adhesive to attach the Designer Series Paper to the narrow end of the cardstock.

You will need to make a small rectangle in the top of the box. You can free cut this or use a framelit that may work. The one I used is from the At Home framelit dies.

Add a strong adhesive to the two tabs as shown in the photo above. I used Tear & Tape in my sample.

Remove the Tear & Tape and fold the box so that the tabs that have the tape attached are on the outside of the box.

I "fussy cut" the large heart (from retired Designer Series Paper) and used the smallest framelit from the Sweet and Sassy Framelit dies to cut the smallest heart. I pinched them in the center to fold them in half. I added a strip of 4 jewels down the center of the heart.

I put liquid glue on the back of the heart along the fold ONLY. I closed the box lid and inserted the folded heart through the hole. You will need to hold it in place until it dries. Insert the Ghiradelli chocolate and close the lid by pinching the heart closed and inserting it through the hole in the box lid.

And it's done! Make several to share with all your favorite people. Leave them in your mailbox for your postman, pack them in your children's lunch box, leave them with your tip for your restaurant waitress and don't forget your Valentine!

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December 13, 2017

One of the things I love to do is to make cute packaging for my Christmas gifts especially when it comes to giving a gift card. Gift cards are very popular in my household but they seem so impersonal to me. However, when I can make a cute container for the gift card, it somehow seems better to me.

I saw a bag of Hershey Deluxe Kisses at my local Walmart and decided they would make a fun addition to my gift cards this year so I designed this box to hold four of them along with a pocket to slide the gift card in.

It's so fun to give a little treat to those people in your life that make it a happier place. I usually create some type of treat box and this year one of my favorites was this Hot Chocolate Box. It contains a pack of Land o Lakes cocoa, a test tube filled with mini marshmallows and one filled with crushed peppermint candy. I also tucked a little Christmas Elf from Lindt Chocolates.

Enjoy and have yourself a Merry Christmas season!

If you need any crafting supplies, I hope you will come shop with me at my ONLINE STORE. Be sure to check out the Clearance Rack and the Year End Sales Event for lots of savings! The sale is in effect through January 2, 2018.

October 24, 2017

It's that time of the year when we walk in any major retail store and see Christmas everywhere we look...even though it's not even Halloween yet! I know that when that happens, it's time to get started on Christmas card classes so I've designed the Night in Bethlehem class for my customers. In this class, we will be making and 8 cards (2 each of 4 designs).

One of these cards can be used as both a Christmas card and a home décor item by simply adding a tea light. I think it's my favorite of the four.

All materials are included in the class with the exception of adhesive which is available for purchase at the class or you can bring your own.

The cost of the class is $18 and the last day to register is October 26th.

Place a $50 order at class or at my ONLINE STORE before class using Hostess Code JXSZGA7A and receive a $10 coupon good towards a future order or class.

If you are not local to my classes (Denton, Maryland), you can place a $50 order at my ONLINE STORE by November 3rd using the Hostess Code above to receive written instructions for each project.

*If you would be interested in this class, but can only attend during the evening, please email me or call me at 410/479-4348.

October 19, 2017

When there's a birthday in the neighborhood for a special little one year old, it's the perfect occasion for a birthday banner! This banner was so much fun to make.

I cut the animal images from the Birthday Memories Designer Series Paper (#144118) which is one of the selections that are on sale during the month of October. The sale details are explained HERE.

I wanted to use the smaller animals on the banner so I actually "fussy cut" the images using our Paper Snips (that I highly recommend), but several images in the paper can be cut out using the coordinating framelits. The framelits can be purchased separately (#143658) or as part of the Birthday Delivery bundle (item #145294). The bundle includes a stamp set, the coordinating framelits and a package of the Birthday Memories Designer Series Paper. How cool is that?!

I used the Large Letter framelits (item #140622) to cut out the child's name. You can see in the close up photos below that I cut out each letter using the Designer Series Paper AND another matching letter using Pacific Point card stock. I did this to help the letters stand out.

I used the Banner Framelits to cut the banners in this project, but because they are no longer available, I would recommend the Lots of Labels Framelits (#138281) as a substitute. I also used the largest die from the Stitched Shapes framelits (#145372) to cut the circles. Each of the animal images are popped up with dimensionals.

October 16, 2017

I love this time of the year when the holidays are just around the corner and my mind starts thinking of all the fun projects I can make for my friends and family. I also love planning classes to share my ideas with my customers.

I have designed the first class around the Painted Harvest stamp set. In this class we will be making 2 gift items and 4 cards (2 each of 2 designs). I designed the Tealight Box with friends in mind...particularly the one that invites you to Thanksgiving dinner. This would make the perfect hostess gift. If you are the hostess, it's also the perfect gift to give to those who will be joining you for Thanksgiving. The other gift item is a "mini pizza box" that contains four 3" x 3" cards with matching envelopes. The pizza box is also food safe and is the perfect size for a cookie or two. (The inside is wax covered.)

One of the cards we will be making transforms the flower image into a Christmas wreath. The other card is one that can be made for any occasion just my changing the sentiment. In the class, I plan to use a sentiment from the Painted Harvest stamp set that says "Your kindness means so much more than you will ever know".

If you are local to me (I live in Denton, Maryland), I would love to have you join the class which is scheduled for October 25th at 1:00 pm. Currently, I do not have anyone interested in an evening class but if that suits you better, just email me and we can work on scheduling one.

If you are not able to attend the class, you can still enjoy these projects. Just place a minimum $50 order at my ONLINE STORE using Hostess Code JXSZGA7A by October 25th and receive complete written instructions for all four projects.

When I saw the Night in Bethlehem bundle (stamp set and coordinating framelits), I knew I had to have it. It was so fun to create with that I had a hard time choosing the four items I wanted to include in the class.

In this class, we will be making 8 cards (2 each of 4 designs). The cards include an Eclipse card, a fun fold card that includes embossing, a card that transforms into a beautiful home décor item by adding a tealight and a layered card using our beautiful Silver Foil.

If you are local to me (I live in Denton, Maryland), I would love to have you join the class which is scheduled for October 31st at 1:00 pm. Currently, I do not have anyone interested in an evening class but if that suits you better, just email me and we can work on scheduling one.

If you are not able to attend the class, you can still enjoy these projects. Just place a minimum $50 order at my ONLINE STORE using Hostess Code JXSZGA7A by October 30th and receive complete written instructions for all four projects.